2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Mobilio | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |